[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 110 (Tuesday, June 27, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E909-E910]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING GRACE McLAUGHLIN FOR HER STATE TITLES IN THE 1600 AND 3200 
                                  RUN

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Grace 
McLaughlin, a junior at Rockford Boylan Catholic High School, for 
earning the Class 2A title for the Illinois State championships in the 
1600 meter run and the 3200 meter run.
  Grace McLaughlin earned a time of 5:03.97 for the 1600 meter run, and 
earned a time of 10:40.45 for the 3200 meter run to win her the title 
of state champion for both races. I would like recognize Grace for her 
tremendous accomplishment. Grace's dedication and passion

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for her sport meant that she was determined to win gold for not just 
one race, but two. With both of these wins, Grace added two more state 
championships to her list of other championships. As a former athlete, 
I understand the amount of hard work and commitment to be awarded such 
a title. Grace is an example of the importance of perseverance and a 
strong work ethic. I am proud there is such young talent in our 
community, and to see him represent Rockford throughout the state.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to again formally congratulate Grace 
McLaughlin for her titles, and I join the rest of the community in 
wishing her every success in the future

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